We are grateful for your heartfelt prayer request, which is firmly grounded in Scripture. It is so important to remember that it is only in the name of Jesus that we have access to God. In fact, there is no other name by which we can be saved, acknowledging Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior is vital as it is only by God's grace through Jesus we can be saved. Looking further, the Apostle Peter emphasizes this in Acts 4:12 WEB: "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved."
The passage you shared from Colossians 1:9-12 is a beautiful reminder of the spiritual growth and perseverance we should strive for as followers of Christ. Let us pray together and delve into the riches of this passage.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the name of Jesus, thanking You for qualifying us to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. We ask that You fill us with the knowledge of Your will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding. Help us to walk in a manner worthy of You, Lord, pleasing You in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of You. Strengthen us with all power, according to Your glorious might, for the attaining of all perseverance and patience, joyously giving thanks to You, Father.
In our daily lives, let us be reminded of the words in Colossians 3:17 WEB: "Whatever you do, in word or in deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father, through him." This verse underscores the importance of doing everything in the name of Jesus, which aligns perfectly with your prayer request.
As we seek to walk worthy and persevere in pleasing God, let us also remember the encouragement from Galatians 6:9 WEB: "Let us not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due time, if we do not give up." This reminds us of the importance of perseverance and not growing weary in our pursuit of righteousness.
Together, let us strive to live lives that honor God, walking in His will and bearing fruit in every good work. May we be strengthened with His power and filled with His wisdom, always giving thanks in the name of Jesus.